Sweetgreen(NYSE) SG

Sweetgreen sells healthy meals made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. It lets people order salads and bowls via apps or stores. The company helps busy people find nutritious food quickly.

What's on the Menu?

• Core Menu: Curated set of signature salads, bowls, and plates offered year-round across all locations.
• Seasonal Items: Limited-time food offerings used to test new flavors and maintain operational consistency.
• Custom Bowls: Personalized meals created from a broad assortment of standardized ingredients and signature dressings.
• Digital Exclusives: Special menu items and curated collections available only through the company's online channels.

Strategic Moves and Automation

• Opened 35 net new restaurants during the 2025 fiscal year.
• Sold the Infinite Kitchen automated technology to Wonder Group, Inc. in December 2025.
• Licensed back automation technology for use in Sweetgreen-branded facilities.
• Expanded the core menu by adding steak as a protein option in 2024.

Tech and Farm Connections

The company maintains direct relationships with many growers to manage its regional supply chain. It also uses automated kitchen technology to improve efficiency and consistency in its restaurants.

Measuring the Progress

• Revenue reached $155.2 million in Q4 2025, down 3.5% from the previous year.
• Net loss deepened 71.3% to $49.7 million in Q4 2025.
• Operating income narrowed the loss by 40.4% to -$18.7 million in Q4 2025.
• Free cash flow worsened by 70.4% to -$39 million in Q4 2025.

Company Evolution

Sweetgreen has transitioned from a traditional restaurant model to one incorporating advanced automation. Its focus remains on scaling healthy food options through a mix of physical stores and digital channels.